2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-450 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
